WHAT ARE PROBIOTICS? Probiotics, according to the World Health Organization, are "live organisms, which when administered in adequate amounts, confer a health benefit on the host." Probiotics literally mean "for life" (did you know that antibiotics literally mean "against life" … interesting, ah?) and are coming to the forefront of medicine as beneficial bacteria supplements to help restore our vital microflora. The digestive system is home to more than 500 different types of bacteria. They...